Fatherhood Matters

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Fathers need support too. Every week, Rhody fathers show up for one another —overcoming life’s challenges, navigating child welfare, and learning how to strengthen their families. Join F2F.

Get Fatherhood Support

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Group Support

Father 2 Father is a Circle of Parents group that meets weekly with the mission to empower and inspire fathers on their journey to be the best they can be for their children, families, and themselves.
- teen fathers to grandfathers sharing experiences and learning from each other
- voluntary group for dads going through divorce or separation, involved with DCYF, first time fathers, and more
- all who identify as a father are welcome to attend
Wednesdays
5:30PM to 7PM
to RSVP for onsite children’s activities or transportation call Christian Nunez at 401-318-2528 or email c.nunez@psnri.org

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Father Leadership

Fathers who take an active role leading board activity, co-facilitate meetings, participate on state and regional boards, and have no dependency court involvement for at least one year (case is closed or dismissed).
Join us if you'd like to see real change in the systems that impact you as a father.
Leadership Team members are recruited from father’s group, invited to apply and must be approved.

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RIFI Steering Committee

In 2017, Parent Support Network was contracted by DCYF to form the Rhode Island Fatherhood Initiative to increase father engagement and improve outcomes for children and families statewide.
- provide authentic input to state agencies and programs
- partner with father leaders to increase their knowledge and advocacy skills
- promote public awareness for policy and practice reform
Membership is open to agencies, state partners, and father leaders.
Contact Christian Nunez with questions or to get involved. Meetings are every First Thursday and location changes monthly.